Snow King and Queen Cowl by Åsa Buchta

Snow King and Queen Cowl

Knitting
October 2026
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 56 rows = 4 inches
in pattern stitch
US 5 - 3.75 mm
312 yards (285 m)
One Size; Approximately 24" / 60 cm around x 10½" / 26.5 cm high
English
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Slipped stitches and stripes adorn this simple cowl worked up in colorways that give a nod to sugarplums, nutcrackers, and magical holidays.

Worked seamlessly in the round from the bottom up, the Snow King and Queen cowl is an approachable project that makes a great gift for the knitworthy people on your list.

Stitch pattern is written out only.

Skill Level
Advanced Beginner

Finished Measurements
Approximately 24” / 60 cm around x 10½“ / 26.5 cm high

Yarn
Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light Unicorn Tails (14 g): 1 Unicorn Tail in each of 6 colors.
Samples shown in the following:
Pinks: Ruby Slippers (C1), Rose (C2), Cathedral (C3), Barbara Deserved Better (solid) (C4), Dancing on Ice (C5), Gemini Twins (C6)
Blues: Coffee Grounds (C1), Rye Bourbon (C2), Spellbound (C3), Finn vs Phasma (C4), Berlin (C5), Cabin
(C6)

Materials
24” / 60 cm circular needle, size 5 / 3.75 mm or size to obtain gauge

Stitch marker, tapestry needle

Gauge
24 sts and 56 rnds = 4” in Pattern St
Gauge is measured after blocking. To save time and ensure accurate measurements, take time to check gauge.